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Amazon ends drone program in California, plans to start deliveries in Arizona later this year
Amazon has been slow to expand Prime Air program since founder Jeff Bezos first sketched out his vision for drone deliveries in 2013.CNBC - Business - California -
Patriots owner Robert Kraft says he's 'not comfortable' donating to Columbia amid protests
New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft signaled Monday he will no longer donate to Columbia University as pro-Palestinian protests continue at his alma mater for the sixth day. In a statement issued through his Foundation to Combat Antisemitism, ...The Hill - Politics - NFL -
Tesla cuts prices around the globe amid slowing demand for its EVs
Tesla reduced prices by $2,000 on three of its five models in the U.S. and also slashed prices in China and Germany.CBS News - Top stories - Tesla -
Tesla’s stock remains under pressure as company cuts prices for many models
Tesla cut prices for many of its vehicles in the U.S., China and Europe over the weekend amid slumping sales.MarketWatch - Business -
FTSE 100 hits record high as shares rise amid hopes of interest rate cuts
UK’s blue-chip index reaches 8,076, surpassing previous high of 8,047 in February 2023. Nils Pratley: FTSE is still an international laggardWhat’s behind the FTSE 100 record high?The UK stock market hit a record high on Tuesday, as shares were ...The Guardian - World -
Miles 'would not have accepted' Gething's donation
Vaughan Gething was given £200,000 by a firm when up against Jeremy Miles to become first minister.BBC News - Top stories -
Politicians demand new probe into Gething donations
Opposition parties say an independent review needed into Vaughan Gething's donations.BBC News - Top stories -
'Guardian angel' donates kidney in organ-swap scheme
An online friendship between two mums led to a new kidney for five-year-old Destiny-Rae.BBC News - Top stories -
Golden Visa Programs, Once a Boon, Lose Their Luster
Spain is the latest European country to end its program, which brought in billions of euros from real estate investors seeking residency status but worsened a housing crisis for locals.The New York Times - Business -
Golden Visa Programs, Once a Boon, Lose Their Luster
Spain is the latest European country to end its program, which brought in billions of euros from real estate investors seeking residency status but worsened a housing crisis for locals.The New York Times - Top stories -
Taking Account of Rising Health Care Costs
Have your out-of-network insurance bills skyrocketed? Chris Hamby, an investigative reporter for The Times, may have an explanation.The New York Times - Health -
Nintendo Switch OLED Gets Big Discount At Amazon
If you're in the market for a Nintendo Switch, Amazon has cut the price of the Switch OLED model by $40. This particular model has a very sharp and vibrant OLED display, as well as several other neat upgrades. And for a limited time--Amazon deals ...GameSpot - Tech -
8BitDo's Versatile Ultimate Controller Is Steeply Discounted At Amazon
An extra controller is a necessity for Switch owners, and while the official Nintendo Pro controller is a great piece of tech, 8BitDo has a terrific and feature-packed alternative that's worth considering. The 8BitDo Ultimate Bluetooth Controller ...GameSpot - Tech -
You Finished I.V.F. Can You Donate Embryos and Get a Tax Deduction?
Some people may consider donating embryos to researchers in light of Alabama’s I.V.F. ruling and in advance of other state actions. Would it be considered a charitable gift?The New York Times - Business -
You Finished I.V.F. Can You Donate Embryos and Get a Tax Deduction?
Some people may consider donating embryos to researchers in light of Alabama’s I.V.F. ruling and in advance of other state actions. Would it be considered a charitable gift?The New York Times - Top stories -
Trump spends more than a quarter of campaign donations on legal fees
Ex-president’s court cases have drained $76mn from his election coffers since January last yearFinancial Times - World - Donald Trump -
Trump spends more than a quarter of campaign donations on legal fees
Ex-president’s court cases have drained $76mn from his election coffers since January last yearFinancial Times - Business - Donald Trump -
Diablo Developer Blizzard Is Donating Millions Of Maggots For Earth Day To Save Birds
Today, April 22, is Earth Day, and to mark the occasion, Blizzard is donating many maggots to charity. Blizzard has partnered with the British rescue and rehabilitation hospital Tiggywinkles to help feed birds with maggots.. How does this all ...GameSpot - Tech -
Japan's planning its first lunar steps with the Artemis program
The United States and Japan have entered into an agreement that will change the course of space exploration.The Hill - Politics - Japan -
Biden signs bill reauthorizing contentious FISA surveillance program
U.S. officials have said Section 702 of FISA is crucial in disrupting terrorist attacks, cyber intrusions, and foreign espionage.CBS News - Politics - Joe Biden -
James Dean, Founding Director of NASA Art Program, Dies at 92
He arranged for artists to have access to astronauts, launchpads and more. “Their imaginations enable them to venture beyond a scientific explanation,” he once said.The New York Times - Science -
U.S. program has resettled 187,000 Ukrainian refugees with little controversy
As of the end of March, more than 187,000 Ukrainians have arrived in the U.S. under the Uniting for Ukraine program, resettling with resounding efficiency and relatively little controversy.CBS News - Politics - Ukraine -
U.S. program has resettled 187,000 Ukrainian refugees with little controversy
As of the end of March, more than 187,000 Ukrainians have arrived in the U.S. under the Uniting for Ukraine program, resettling with resounding efficiency and relatively little controversy.CBS News - Top stories - Ukraine -
Paxton asks Texas's high court for 'emergency' action on poverty relief program
In his campaign to block a Houston-area guaranteed basic income program, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton (R) is betting that third time’s the charm. On Tuesday, Paxton’s office filed an emergency petition to the Supreme Court of Texas, calling ...The Hill - Politics -
Fallout: Can post-apocalypse show turn Amazon Prime viewers into gamers?
Are video game adaptations "the modern version of seeing the film and then deciding to read the book?"BBC News - Top stories -
Legal Fees Costing Trump Millions as Criminal Trial Begins
Donald Trump’s political money operation spent more than $4 million on legal-related expenses in March, new data show.The Wall Street Journal - World - Donald Trump -
US college affordability debate should focus on net cost, not sticker prices
Total cost figures are misleading, with few students actually paying the headline amountFinancial Times - World -
Here's how Joe Biden can lower families' costs for air travel
Joint ventures between ultra-low-cost carriers thus have the potential to revolutionize air travel while also providing the Biden administration an easy win.The Hill - Politics - Joe Biden -
'We got away with it' - 'embarrassment' could 'cost Ten Hag job'
Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag admits his side "got away with it" to reach the FA Cup final after their shootout victory against Coventry.BBC News - Top stories -
OpenAI or DIY? Unveiling the true cost of self-hosting LLMs
At what point do OpenAI and open source break even? Should you DIY with LLMs? Let's break down the cost options.VentureBeat - Tech -
North Koreans Secretly Animated Amazon and Max Shows, Researchers Say
Thousands of exposed files on a misconfigured North Korean server hint at one way the reclusive country may evade international sanctions.Wired - Tech - North Korea -
Hotter temperatures mean higher utility costs for millions of Americans
Over half of U.S. counties face potentially higher utility expenses as the mercury rises, a new analysis finds.CBS News - Top stories -
Razer PS5 And Xbox Vinyl Console Skins Are Over 50% Off At Amazon
After a couple of years, it's only natural that you'd want to change up the look of your consoles. Sure, the pristine white and the carbon black finish of the PS5 and the Xbox Series X loo great, but over at Amazon you can score several of Razer's ...GameSpot - Tech -
Super Mario RPG Is On Sale For Its Best Price Yet At Amazon
If you're in the mood for an old-school role-playing game starring a certain mustachioed Nintendo icon, you can't go wrong with Super Mario RPG. Released last November, this modernized take on the classic SNES game has just received a big ...GameSpot - Tech -
Israel still has no proof of Unrwa terrorist claims – but damage to aid agency is done
Inquiry has not backed up allegations of ties to Hamas and Islamic Jihad, which led to loss of $450m as people died in droves. Israel has yet to provide evidence of Unrwa staff terrorist links, Colonna report saysUnsupported Israeli allegations ...The Guardian - World - Israel -
Nintendo Switch Pro Controller Discounted At Amazon, But Probably Not For Long
The Nintendo Switch Pro Controller is on sale for $63 at Amazon, and we wouldn't be surprised to see this sell out rather quickly. Though a 10% discount probably sounds small (retail price is $70), it's exceedingly rare to find the controller for ...GameSpot - Tech -
AB Foods Eyes Further Profit Growth as Primark Margins Rise
Primark owner AB Foods raised its dividend and said it expects a significant rise in full-year profit after its budget retailer delivered robust margins and higher earnings.The Wall Street Journal - Business -
Amazon offering $9.99-a-month grocery delivery subscription for Prime members
Amazon.com Inc. said Tuesday it is introducing a $9.99-a-month grocery delivery subscription service for Prime members and a lower-cost $4.99-a-month service for customers using electronic benefits transfer, or EBT.MarketWatch - Business - Amazon -
Amazon Bedrock continues to lay down generative AI foundation for the cloud
Amazon Bedrock update brings new custom model and guardrails capabilities to help deploy and secure generative AI in the cloud.VentureBeat - Tech -
Amazon rolls out grocery delivery for Prime members, SNAP recipients
Customers who rely on government assistance programs can get same perks as Prime members, for less.CBS News - Top stories